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Jul 31, 2006, 8:31 am

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I thought the CRJ's and ERJ's were to replace the aging DC-9 fleet. DC-9 routes are a little longer range than most current CRJ routes.

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Originally Posted by NWAFA

Curious, why would NWA look at the E-190 and the CRJ-900 for regional operations? They both seem large for only 76 seats. NWA could use those aircraft with more seats on it's mainline operation.